What Happens in the Dark
Theatre
Farce
LGBTQ+

What Happens in the Dark

Identity Crisis Productions • Professional company

50 minutes•Upper Theatre (Round)
In this laugh-out-loud, award-winning farce, the lights are "opposite" – what’s dark to the characters is fully visible to you. When a burglar breaks into a married couple’s home, long-buried secrets come spilling out. Over one chaotic night, they must outwit the intruder, maintain their compounding lies and somehow save their marriage, all while navigating total darkness. Packed with wild physical comedy, mistaken identities and escalating mayhem, this high-energy comedy keeps audiences laughing from start-to-finish. Winner of the StageCrafts Freeway Circuit Award and Nominee for Hollywood Fringe Best Comedy.
Event Details

Friday 7 - Friday 28 August 2026

20:15, 22:20

14 performances

50 minutes

Upper Theatre (Round)

Niddry Street

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4 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

Ticket Price

£12 (11)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for What Happens in the Dark?

Tickets for What Happens in the Dark are £12 (11). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is What Happens in the Dark being performed?

What Happens in the Dark is being performed at Upper Theatre (Round), located at Niddry Street. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is What Happens in the Dark?

The performance runs for approximately 50 minutes.

How do I book tickets for What Happens in the Dark?

You can book tickets for What Happens in the Dark through the official Edinburgh Festival Fringe website. Click the "Buy tickets" button on this page to be directed to the booking system.

When is What Happens in the Dark showing?

What Happens in the Dark runs from 7 August 2026 to 7 August 2026. Check the official website for specific performance times.

What is What Happens in the Dark about?

What Happens in the Dark is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

About This Theatre Production

What Happens in the Dark is a theatre performance at Upper Theatre (Round) during Edinburgh Festival 2026. Running for 50 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.

Experience compelling storytelling brought to life by talented performers. Theatre at Edinburgh ranges from intimate black box productions to grand stage spectacles.

Venue: Upper Theatre (Round)

Upper Theatre (Round) is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.

Tips for Attending

  • •Check for trigger warnings if sensitive to certain topics
  • •Most Fringe theatre runs without interval
  • •Latecomers may not be admitted
  • •Consider matinee performances for a relaxed experience

Booking Information

Ticket Prices: £12 - £16

Age Guidance: 14+

Content Warnings: Scenes of a sexual nature, Scenes of violence, Strong language/swearing

Book early to avoid disappointment. Popular shows sell out quickly during Edinburgh Festival.

Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026

Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.What Happens in the Dark represents the theatrical innovation that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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